CNR - Department of Life Sciences
The National Research Council of Italy (CNR) integrates its activities through an interdisciplinary structure made up of 11 National Departments, networks of researchers brought together to focus on important scientific problems. Unconstrained by bricks and mortar, the Department structure encourages partnership and collaboration across sectors, disciplines and regions.
Each Department is dedicated to a specific area of focus, linking and supporting researchers pursuing common goals.
The Department of Life Sciences (DLS) embraces a range of research on the fundamental mechanisms governing living organisms. DLS supports research on the human and model genomes and on all aspects of genetics, basic biochemistry and cell biology related to health and disease, including the translation of knowledge into health policy and practice, and the societal implications of genetic discoveries.
Research Priority Themes
- Integrating the Physical and Applied Sciences into Health Research
- Proteomics and Bioinformatics
- From Genes to Genomic Medicine (including Clinical Genetics Research)
- Population Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology and Complex Diseases
- Health Services for Genetic Diseases
- Genetics and Ethical, Legal and Social Issues